Integrating frailty interventions into existing care models

A comprehensive approach to enhancing patient outcomes in chronic disease management

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ID22076256
AuthorsIzabella Uchmanowicz (0000-0001-5452-0210, Edinburgh Napier University), Kenneth M Faulkner (0000-0002-2434-4890, Stony Brook University), Paolo Iovino (0000-0001-5952-881X, University of Florence), Adrian Kwaśny (0000-0001-7185-6592), Stanisław Surma (0000-0001-8073-6664, Medical University of Silesia), Camilla Elena Magi (0009-0007-5599-2405, University of Florence), Grzegorz K Jakubiak (0000-0003-0039-8306, Medical University of Silesia), Yari Longobucco (0000-0002-2703-9349, University of Florence), Dawid Janczak (0000-0003-1911-4609, Wroclaw Medical University), Alina Rak-Pasikowska (0000-0002-6864-043X, Wroclaw Medical University), Michał Czapla (0000-0002-4245-5420, Universidad de La Rioja, corresponding author), Bartosz Uchmanowicz (0000-0002-9387-4158, Wroclaw Medical University)
Year2025
Volume12
Pages1518774-1518774
Publication date2025-01-21
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueFrontiers in Public Health (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2296-2565 • E-ISSN: 2296-2565
PublisherFrontiers Media SA (PUBLISHER • CH)
DOI10.3389/fpubh.2024.1518774
PMID39906402
OpenAlexW4406629070
LanguageEN
References cited185

Frailty syndrome (FS) is a complex and multifaceted condition commonly observed in old adults patients with chronic diseases, often accompanied by cognitive impairments. This review explores the integration of frailty interventions into existing care models to improve patient outcomes, focusing on four key areas. First, it emphasizes the importance of comprehensive assessment tools to identify frailty and cognitive impairments early, facilitating targeted care planning. Second, it highlights the value of personalized interventions, such as dietary modifications, exercise programs, and cognitive training, tailored to individual patient needs and preferences. Third, the review underscores the critical role of multidisciplinary care teams in providing holistic and coordinated care, leveraging the expertise of diverse healthcare professionals. Finally, it examines the potential of technological innovations and caregiver support systems in enhancing frailty management and addressing the challenges posed by cognitive impairments. By integrating these approaches, this review presents a patient-centered framework aimed at mitigating the impact of frailty and improving long-term outcomes. The findings emphasize the need for a unified strategy that combines personalized care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and technological advancements to address the multifaceted challenges of frailty in chronic disease management

Cognition · Disease · Disease management · Health care · Knowledge management · Multidisciplinary approach · Process management · Psychiatry · Psychological intervention · Computer Science · Frailty in Older Adults · Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life · Medicine · Nursing · Nutrition and Health in Aging · Psychology

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